9-Car Dealership Transport from Peoria to Charleston in 3–4 Days

A-1 Auto Transport was contracted to handle a full 9-car open carrier shipment from a dealership in Peoria, Illinois to a franchise lot in Charleston, South Carolina. The load included a variety of new and pre-owned sedans, SUVs, and a red GMC pickup truck, all part of a dealer-to-dealer inventory reallocation.

Challenge

The dealership needed the vehicles moved quickly to prepare for an incoming seasonal inventory turnover. Coordination was key, as all units had to be picked up within a narrow time window and delivered in showroom-ready condition — despite inclement weather in the Midwest and Southeast.

Solution

A-1 dispatched a dedicated 9-vehicle open carrier equipped for high-capacity commercial hauls. Our dispatch team coordinated direct pickup with the Peoria dealership’s fleet manager, and our driver used real-time GPS tracking and secure strapping methods to ensure a clean, damage-free arrival. Despite rain during loading, the carrier met the delivery deadline within 72 hours.

Key Takeaways

• Route: Peoria, IL → Charleston, SC
• Distance: 938 miles
• Transit Time: 3–4 Days
• Vehicles: Mix of 9 units — sedans, SUVs, and a GMC pickup
• Service Type: Commercial dealership-to-dealer transport (open carrier)